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You pays your money, it's your choice. Take a look at www.tarifaluzhora.es/companias/iberdrola/pvpc.
Posted: Tue Apr 6, 2021 1:53pm
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elinspain wrote on Tue Apr 6, 2021 1:05pm:
Hi
Brilliant info Kim, how many times do people suggest moving to another company to save money. I knew it wasn't a good idea but didnt have all the reasons why... now I have an explanation from a recommended electrical company as to why it's not worthwhile, so I can pass that informatio...
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...n on with confidence
Thanks
Elinspain
You're welcome, El.
As well as the "marketers" that Sparks address, neighbours of mine switched to what they thought was an alternative, cheaper supplier, using the independent(?) "Iberswitch" service. They were delighted to have a much cheaper monthly direct debit than when their supply had been with Iberdrola - until their first year's contract expired and they received a large final bill, resulting in annual costs that were significantly higher than their original supply from Iberdrola. And to rub salt into the wound, although they were aware that they had been charged a €25 fee by Iberswitch for the recommendation, it transpired that if they'd extended the alternative contract, they would be charged that "finder's fee" every year! 😳
I've lost count of the number of times that I and others have recommended to members, as new customers of Iberdrola, to check their contracts for the 'add-ons' that Sparks have highlighted, such as insurance, but I wasn't aware of the difference between contracting with Iberdrola Clientes as opposed to Iberdrola direct, and found their explanation very helpful - especially the difference in tariffs 👍😀
Kind regards,
Kim
Pix Elated wrote on Tue Apr 6, 2021 1:25pm:
On the face of it sounds ok, but what's in it for Sparks? Doubt they are doing it for altruistic reasons.
I’d guess your absolutely right Pix. I don’t know anyone in business that does 🤪🥂
I have cleaned up the replies to this topic so it stays on topic - it's always good to see helpful advice on the forum.
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Posted: Tue Apr 6, 2021 3:10pm
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Kimmy11 wrote on Tue Apr 6, 2021 12:42pm:
Hi Peter,
Many thanks for posting the website link, I've also updated my OP to add it for completeness.
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Kind regards,
Kim
You’re very Welcome. X
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Alex wrote on Tue Apr 6, 2021 3:05pm:
I have cleaned up the replies to this topic so it stays on topic - it's always good to see helpful advice on the forum.
Thanks very much Alex
Elinspain
Posted: Tue Apr 6, 2021 5:18pm
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Geoffro wrote on Tue Apr 6, 2021 1:32pm:
You pays your money, it's your choice. Take a look at www.tarifaluzhora.es/companias/iberdrola/pvpc.
I've looked at our latest William! Seems the contract we are on is PVPC without time limits whatever that means 🤷♀️
Posted: Tue Apr 6, 2021 5:25pm
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Geoffro wrote on Tue Apr 6, 2021 1:32pm:
You pays your money, it's your choice. Take a look at www.tarifaluzhora.es/companias/iberdrola/pvpc.
Hi Geoffro,
Thanks for that. I checked my Iberdrola contract against their PVPC rates detailed by Sparks and I'm paying over the odds, even with the Night Plan. Now I'm going to do a comparison with your suggestion - but one way or another, I'm definitely switching my contract!
Kind regards,
Kim
I have once again cleaned up this topic of the strange off-topic replies. Half of them I didn't understand and the other half seemed to be someone with a strange vendetta against people who are providing helpful information.
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Posted: Wed Apr 7, 2021 10:43am
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Kimmy11 wrote on Mon Apr 5, 2021 8:57pm:
Hi all,
I've used Tony Poole of Sparks Electrical ( www.sparksinspain.es ) several times for things such as extending wiring and installing new sockets, installing ceiling fans and outdoor sockets. I've always been ...
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...pleased with his service and cost - and best of all, he always cleans up after himself! Also, Tony's wife, Elaine, offered to review my electricity bill and recommended that we change to the Night Plan ("Plan Noche"). That was 4 years ago and I have to admit to not having reviewed our electricity supply since, so I was interested to receive this article from them today. It may be of interest to other members.
Kind regards,
Kim
SPARKS ELECTRICAL SERVICES
We constantly hear people complaining that electricity is expensive in Spain. Social media is full of posts about the high cost of electricity and requests for advice about the cheapest provider.
Well here is everything you need to know, how to reduce your bill and get the best possible deal on the market.
Understanding your electricity bill and knowing the correct tariff to sign up for is the key to save money.
Three key reasons for high electricity bills:
- You are signed up for an expensive tariff, without even knowing.- You are paying hidden extras, insurances and services you never use.
- You do not understand your bill, it all looks like gobbledygook.
If you think that you fall into any of the above traps, then read on…..
Contrary to what some people believe, IBERDROLA is the cheapest provider. You just have to know what to look for!
If your contract is with IBERDROLA CLIENTES (they’re the folk that IBERDROLA employ to run the high street points and the pop up stands in shopping centres and supermarkets), it is a FIXED price. IBERDROLA CLIENTES is similar to a franchise, which is called a “Marketeer” here in Spain. It’s a facility set up with several options for their customers, including insurance policies and multiple language services.
If you have switched to another provider, initially, you get a honeymoon period with a slightly better deal, but you will probably end up paying more in the long run. Ultimately, you are just paying a third party to pay IBERDROLA, as they own the whole infrastructure in this area.
Get Smart – how your smart meter can save you money:
Enter the new Variable Price for the Small Consumer (PVPC) now available from IBERDROLA, but this tariff is not available through IBERDROLA CLIENTES.
With the introduction of smart meters throughout Spain, consumers can take advantage of the real time fluctuating cost of producing electricity which is fixed daily by the government. Basically, you can cut out the marketeers.
Go compare:
The PVPC tariff is a basic contract with no extras, no thrills and no add ons.
Typical rates for the PVPC with Night Plan tariff per kWh:
Peak : 11.8 cents. Off Peak : 5.3 cents (daily average)
Compare the rates with IBERDROLA CLIENTES Night Plan per kWh:
Peak : 18.3 cents. Off Peak : 9.1 cents (fixed for 12 months)
The cost of the standing charge:
Regulated rate: 11.1 cents x contracted power (kW) x per day
CLIENTES: 12.3 cents x contracted power (kW) x per day
Contracted power = the amount of power you signed up for. Typical examples are 3.45 kW, 5.75 kW, 9.2 kW.
The bottom line: the PVPC tariff provides the lowest rates and standing charge currently available on the market.
Cut out the marketeers and see big savings on your electricity bill.
Well that sounds good, already have night price.
Sorry to say we ask the same co. to come as we wanted our potencia raised, as we have an underbuild, so needed another box, we were quoted nearly 900 euros, what a rip off. We contacted a Spanish co. For the same thing and there quote was 400 euros, make what you may of this, but British is not always best, be careful out there.Jean
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